LONDON, January 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Rapidly increasing obesity rates, poor nutrition and lifestyle
choices do not set the scene for a healthy Britain, and whilst many of us are counting
calories and pounding the treadmill at the gym in attempt to
fulfill our new year's resolutions,
the obesity time bomb continues to quietly tick away across the
nation.
Global nutrition company Herbalife, today welcomed the
opportunity to highlight the issues raised in the recent report
published by the National Obesity Forum auditing the state of
obesity in the UK. Commenting on the news, Consultant
Nutritionist to Herbalife, Miguel
Toribio-Mateas said: "The report highlights the
extent of the obesity problem we are facing and rightly addresses
the call to proactively target the issue now before we reach
dangerous levels of obesity here in the UK.
"More importantly, it has shown that there needs to be more of a
focus on independent action & education that encourages people
to take control of their health and ensure a better lifestyle for
themselves and their families. This includes education around
better nutrition, the importance of regular daily exercise and
healthy lifestyle options that span all ages. Watching for early
signs of obesity will help. If your waistline is steadily growing
larger, it's time to take action and reverse the trend. Everyone is
different, but some basic advice works for everyone with a weight
issue":
- "Cut out sugar and all foods containing masses of added sugar,
e.g. cakes and biscuits. The WHO's nutrition guidance expert
advisory group (NUGAG) recommend that sugar should not account for
more than 10% of the calories in our diet. Raised blood sugar
levels increase your chances of developing not only obesity but
diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as identified by researchers
at the British Heart Foundation".
- "Dramatically reduce starch, that's bread, pasta, potatoes and
rice".
- "Make green vegetables your staple food. Have them any way you
like: steamed, stir fried, raw, juiced or blended".
- "Up your protein. Lean meat and fish provide you with energy
that's sustainably released during the day. Metabolising protein
takes longer than carbohydrates, which burns more calories in
itself. Good quality protein isolates/concentrates made into shakes
also provide an excellent source of protein and have the advantage
of portability, ideal for those with busy lifestyles who may not be
able to cook meals from scratch twice a day".
- "Up your healthy fats from oily fish, nuts and olive oil. Oily
fish contains vitamin D, which has been scientifically proven to
reduce obesity rates at adequate levels. We make vitamin D from the
sun, and we get little of it during the winter, so including good
food sources of vitamin D is paramount. Full fat dairy products are
also a great source, and they contain vitamin K2, which helps
maintain healthy blood sugar levels".
- "Half of my ideal plate to combat obesity would be made up of
green and other bright coloured vegetables. The remaining half
would comprise one part lean protein, with the other part split
between fruit, good fats and starch-containing foods, with
flexibility to increase fat and exclude starch content. I would
definitely remove all sugar-laden foods and include a shake made
with a combination of fruit and vegetables and a prime quality
protein isolate/concentrate, which could substitute a main meal,
such as breakfast".
About Herbalife
Herbalife has 30 years' experience at the forefront of nutrition
and weight management science. Its
weight management products are guided by leading experts in the
fields of nutrition and health in order to help support a healthy
lifestyle. The company's Formula 1 Shakes are
the world's number 1 selling meal replacement helping to tackle
obesity and weight management issues head-on by supporting good
health and effective weight control. People also receive support
through the thousands of Herbalife Weight Loss
Challenges that run throughout the UK and Ireland, receiving invaluable guidance and
advice that enable them to make positive, long term changes to
their health.
Country Director for UK and Ireland, Gavin
Aley said: "We know that obesity is a direct cause of
many health problems and we're playing a proactive role in helping
to support people in their weight management issues. Scientific
studies show that daily use of meal replacement shakes, along with
moderate exercise, is effective in managing weight. Our Herbalife
shakes can be consumed once a day as a meal replacement for a
healthy, nutritious breakfast, or twice a day in place of meals for
controlled weight loss. It's clear there are some real issues that
affect weight management but good nutrition along with
encouragement and support is a great place to start.
Herbalife Formula 1 shakes
Designed to compliment a healthy, active lifestyle, Herbalife
offers a range of nutritious products to support weight loss and
good nutrition. Herbalife Formula 1 protein shakes are formulated
with an excellent balance of high quality soy protein, with
essential micronutrients, botanicals and herbs that deliver real
benefits to the body - whether you're looking to lose weight, shape
up or simply ensure healthier nutrition.
Containing just 220 kcals per serving, Formula 1 is available in
a variety of flavours and there is a dairy & gluten free option
- Vanilla 'Free From' containing pisane - a naturally derived pea
protein to deliver all the benefits of standard F1 shakes, minus
the gluten, lactose and soy - a great option for those with
specific dietary requirements that want all of the
calorie-controlled benefits of standard F1 shakes.
NOTES FOR EDITORS:
Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) is a global nutrition company that
sells weight-management, nutrition, and personal care products
intended to support a healthy lifestyle. Herbalife products are
sold in more than 80 countries to and through a network of
independent distributors. The company supports the Herbalife
Family Foundation and its Casa Herbalife program to help bring
good nutrition to children. Herbalife's website contains
information about Herbalife, including financial and other
information for investors at http://ir.Herbalife.com. The
company encourages investors to visit its website from time to
time, as information is updated and new information is posted.
*Nutritional Scientist, Miguel
Toribio-Mateas is Chairman of the British Association for
Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy and lecturer at the
Institute for Optimum Nutrition and The University of
West London.